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Apple challenges Russia letting developers mention alternatives to App Store

Monday 6 December 2021 | 09:48 CET | News
Apple is asking for a judicial review of the Russian federal anti-monopoly watchdog FAS warning from August that allows developers to mention alternatives to the App Store's in-app payment system, 9to5Mac and RT reported. FAS gave Apple until 30 September to alter its policies, but the company declined to change its rules despite the threat of a fine.

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Categories: Mobile & Wireless
Companies: Apple
Countries: Russian Federation
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